Lal Chowk

Lal Chowk is a central city square and commercial hub located in the heart of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Known for its prominent clock tower (Ghanta Ghar), it serves as a major shopping and business district with shops selling Kashmiri handicrafts, textiles, and local products. The square is surrounded by markets, eateries, and commercial establishments and functions as a key landmark and gathering place in the city centre.

Visitors can expect an open, bustling city square centered around the Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower). The area is lined with shops, markets, and eateries selling Kashmiri handicrafts, pashmina, carpets, dry fruits, and street food. The surroundings are urban and commercial with paved roads, pedestrian areas, and continuous commercial activity. Visitors can walk around the square, shop, photograph the clock tower, and explore adjacent markets like Polo View and Residency Road.

Lal Chowk has served as the central city square and main commercial centre of Srinagar for many decades. The name translates to Red Square. The Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) at its centre was constructed in the late 20th century and has become the defining landmark of the square. The area has long functioned as a key business and social hub of the city.

Lal Chowk is the commercial and social heart of Srinagar and a focal point of daily urban life. It is known as a primary market for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts, textiles, and local produce, reflecting the craft and trading culture of the Kashmir Valley. The square serves as a central meeting place and shopping destination for residents and visitors.